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hi im justin i have been sober for eight and a half months now and am finding it verry hard as every one i know drinks i need to meet other people like me and need to know if there is any places i could go ie centers or meetings neer me to do this.                                                           thank you    justin

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Hi Justin,

Congratulations! Being sober for 8 1/2 months was not easy. But one of the hardest parts is what you're going through right now. When you're a heavy drinker, everyone around you is usually the same. You've changed, but they haven't. You're right about wanting to meet  sober people.

Going to AA meetings is one option. You can find the link at:
http://www.untwist-your-thinking.com/alcohol-abuse.html

Here's where you can find meetings in your area. The members are not only supportive, but they can also become friends.

Also join activities in your free time: play sports, join the Y, take a course -  that type of thing. Since you're not drinking you should feel better physically and also have more energy to do more things.

By doing this, you're not only staying sober, you're also creating a sober lifestyle.

I hope this is helpful.
Thank you for writing All Experts,

Enjoy your new life!

Bev
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